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“We were very happy with the rooms Frances selected for our family.” (10000Fan)

Nov 12, 2014

“We stayed in the Moroccan Mini-Suite and fell in love with it. Every room in the lodge had a different them and we absolutely loved ours. It was a Moroccan theme and so colorful. The layout worked our extremely well for our 6 night stay. We had plenty of room to unpack and the living area was on the main floor and the bed was in a loft above. Very comfortable. The only negative was you had to walk down the stairs in order to use the bathroom but we didn't mind that at all and would definitely choose the room again.” (V1522DSmikek)

Nov 10, 2014

“We liked the White Room.” (MTF2)

Nov 9, 2014

“We were in the Rose room that faced the garden of lemon trees and woke to the singing of birds.” (PerkySee)

“All rooms have a view and each is in a different color.” (lucia2462014)

Oct 17, 2014

“The White Room on the ground floor was very charming and inviting!” (LilliAnn777)

Oct 13, 2014

“All the rooms are delightful in their own special way. We heard that one person, a repeat client, stayed 6 nights and slept in a different room every night because he wanted to experience the charm of all of them. What a fun idea!” (286jennies)

Oct 11, 2014

“We had the yellow room the color of the Tuscan sun. Wonderful shower and bed” (telleratlanta)

Oct 11, 2014

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This converted stable into five rooms is very comfortable, with reading area looking out at a beautiful garden. The lodge is located at the top of a hill with a wonderful view of Siena, a ten minute drive- a car is a must! Franco and Frances couldn't be more helpful or generous with their time. They gave us many wonderful...
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We visited Italy in June 2014. We started our search on trip advisor and quickly narrowed down our lodging options based on reviews. The reviews of France's lodge were quite high and we quickly booked our stay. Franco and Franca were a delight and very welcoming. They made sure our every need was met. The breakfast were made to order...
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Dear Amy L,
Franco and I read your review with a real pleasure!
You have done the perfect summary of what made your stay so satisfying.
We are waiting for your next visit!
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For the past 10 years I’ve sent many clients to Frances Lodge. And each have came back and told me what a wonderful time they had. France Lodge is a working farm but you would never know it. The views are breathtaking and the rooms are beautifully done. Each is decorated differently. Franco and Frances know how to take care...
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Dear Kathi,
we have read your review with a really great pleasure since your opinion is based on the referral of many guests in 10 years!!!!
Managing a Travel Agency is very important to give the best suggestions !!!
And we are very happy to hear that none of your Clients were disappointed !!
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I learned about Frances' Lodge because someone on a US flight saw me reading the Rick Steves Italy book and told me that if we were going to Siena there was a place we had to stay. That happened in September 2014 ... they had stayed there in 2012 (it was that memorable).
My wife & I along with another...
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Dear Pocket213,
thank you so much for your words about us and your stay with us !
I always tell all our guests that the "word-of-mouth" is our best advertising!
And in your case it was a very casual word-of-mouth!
Thank you again and please accept our best wishes for the New Year!
Hopefully we meet you again soon
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Frances' Lodge is amazing. We have stayed here several times and it has always been a wonderful experience. The owners, Franco and Frances are incredibly hospitable, and are always willing to share their knowledge and love of Siena and Tuscany. The accommodations are comfortable and close to the town of Siena. You get to stay in the beautiful countryside yet...
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Dear Judy,
Franco and I are really happy you have enjoyed your stay with us and the Palio experience.
We have read your review with extreme pleasure since yours is a very well proven experience, given the many visits you have done !!!
And in fact, you have seen that you were like a member of our family !
We...
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Last september we spent 5 wonderful days at Frances' lodge. This is a special historic place that has been in Franco's family for centuries. The gardens surrounding the lodge are a delight, the view of Sienna spectacular, the rooms have a rustic italian charm and at the same time all the amenities you want and the breakfast delicious. On sunny...
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Dear Sheila,
it is always a pleasure to read our guests' reviews, especially when they describe our place in such a fascinating way!
We are very happy you have appreciated our special place.
Thank you so much
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Like other reviewers, I found Frances Lodge through Rick Steves' book. Frances and Franco were wonderful hosts. The lodge, in Franco's family for generations, is lovely with comfortable and well appointed rooms overlooking their picturesque property and the Tuscan countryside. Totally romantic and relaxing. On one night of our stay, we had a picnic dinner outdoors with local chacuterie, olives...
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Dear Terri,
thank you so much for your lovely review!
You are absolutely right: two nights is really a too short stay!
Franco and I are waiting for your next trip in this area, with at least 4 nights with us !
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This is a special place run by special people: Frances and Franco. Order a picnic dinner held outside with a breathtaking view, special wine, outstanding home made food. Accommodated all of our dietary issues (Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low salt). Please make sure to extend your trip here if you can. So much to do and they will help you with...
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Dear KKDK2014,
Franco and I are really happy to read that you have enjoyed your stay with us: we are waiting for your next trip with a longer stay, since two days are too short for admiring this beautiful area!
Thank you for your kind words: we always try to do our best for our guests!
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I have never stayed in a nicer place. Frances and Franco are the most accommodating, sweetest people you will ever meet. They helped us everyday with our itinerary and drew out directions for us. The food was the best we had on our entire trip. The whole place is spotless and smells like fresh laundry. The view was breaktaking and...
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Dear Jama,
thank you so much for your positive review and for your kind words about us.
We are pleased that you had a memorable visit with us and that you enjoyed every detail of your stay.
So nice to read that you would like to come back one day: Franco and I are waiting to see you soon.
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Upon reading about the Frances Lodge in Rick Steve’s blog, I began planning a Tuscany vacation. Ms. Frances, the owner of France’s Lodge were so kind to correspond with me, giving me suggestions of things to do and places to visit. We finally made the trip this summer and stayed at this 300 year old olive farmhouse in Tuscany! The...
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Dear 10000 Fan,
thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review!
It is a romance!
Franco and I are very happy you loved so much our place, and really appreciate the "final" in Chinese: it would be really useful for next guests coming from your beautiful country ( even if they for sure would...
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Highlights

Pool

Free Parking

Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )

Free Breakfast

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Pool

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Non-Smoking Rooms

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Air Conditioning

Minibar

Internet

Free Internet

Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )

Public Wifi

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Free Parking

Free Breakfast

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Official Description (provided by the hotel)

Frances’ Lodge is a loverly restored country guest home set on a hill across from Siena. Its unbelievable view looks out over the old walled city from the top of a beautiful hilltop. It is here that, since the start of the 18th century, noble families of Siena kept their “villa”—the country house where they summered from May to November, to get away from the heat of the city and to watch over the harvests from their farm holdings; and here the Owners restored the 1853' largest "Limonaia" overlooking the Historical Garden, as part of a fascinating, rich of History, wonderful Estate, belonging to the same Family since quite 3 centuries.The commanding position of the house with its 360-degree panoramic views, the closeness to the city(only 1.8 km.—little more than a mile—as the crow flies), the silence and peace of being in the open countryside just outside the city walls... all of these features await you as soon as you pass through the gates, enter the lovely driveway, and behold the incredible view of Siena’s skyline amid vineyards, fruit orchards, and olive groves. You’ll be revived by sounds that busier parts of the world have forgotten: birds chirping, cicadas singing in summer, the wind blowing through the trees....more less

Additional Information about Frances' Lodge Relais

Address: Strada di Valdipugna 2, 53100Siena, Italy

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Location:Italy > Tuscany > Province of Siena > Siena

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Number of rooms: 5

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